Chatham County Commissioner Carl E. Thompson reports that his doctors have pronounced him cancer-free and that he will resume his commissioner duties at the upcoming Dec. 17th meeting.

“I am most grateful that the prostate cancer was found in the early stages and that the surgery to remove it completely was successful. My urologist, Dr. Cary Robertson from Duke University Hospital, reports that I am now cancer-free,” Thompson said.

Thompson says he has little chance of relapse. He thanked the people of Chatham County who have sent him cards and kind wishes. “Most of all, I am thankful for their prayers, which meant a great deal to me and my family.”

He added that he looks forward to resuming work as commissioner. “I know that there are critical issues to be addressed and I am ready to take on those challenges.”